Founded in June 1976, the Association of Black Women Attorneys, Inc. (ABWA) is a non-profit corporation formed to encourage African-American women attorneys in the development and expression of their professional skills and talents. ABWA’s viability has increased over the years as challenges in our profession and our society’s need for legal assistance endure. Our members work in all areas of the legal profession including corporations, law firms, government, not-for-profit organizations, the judiciary and academia.We encourage you to share in our legacy of commitment to the African-American community and to the development of the keepers of this great legacy.